Chemistry Technician

Impact Recruitment Services; Northampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Impact Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a specialist high‑tech manufacturer to recruit a Chemistry Technician to join its technical operations team in Towcester, Northamptonshire. The role offers exposure to chemical solutions, analytical testing and environmental monitoring within an advanced manufacturing environment.

We welcome graduates or laboratory professionals with an interest in chemistry who will help maintain laboratory standards, support production processes and ensure

Qualifications

• HNC or degree in Chemistry or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of analytical techniques (chromatography, mass spectrometry).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical procedures.
• Good IT and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory testing: collect environmental samples and perform analytical testing.
• Chemical preparation: mix chemicals and etching solutions for manufacturing processes.
• Chemical safety: assist with safe handling, storage and disposal of chemicals.
• Environmental monitoring: support routine sampling and site inspections.
• Quality and documentation: maintain records and equipment logs.
• Risk assessment: identify hazards and support safety investigations.
• Production support: assist manufacturing teams and perform chemical cleaning of components.
• Training and guidance: contribute to chemical safety inductions for new colleagues.

Skills

Laboratory safety awareness

IT & communication skills

Attention to detail

Analytical techniques knowledge

Education

HNC / degree in Chemistry or equivalent

Tools

Chromatography

Mass spectrometry

Job description

Chemistry Technician

Location: Caswell, Northamptonshire

Salary: £31,561.77 per annum, including 17.33% shift premium

Working Hours: 4 on, 4 off | 7:00am-7:00pm | Days only, no night shifts

Kick-start or develop your career in Chemistry

Chemistry graduates and laboratory professionals - this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

Impact Recruitment is working with a specialist high-tech manufacturer to recruit a Chemistry Technician to join its technical operations team in Towcester, Northamptonshire.

This is an excellent opportunity to put your chemistry knowledge into practice within an advanced manufacturing environment, working with chemical solutions, analytical testing and environmental monitoring. You'll play an important role in maintaining laboratory standards, supporting production processes and ensuring chemicals are handled safely and responsibly.

Whether you've recently completed a Chemistry qualification or already have experience in a laboratory, testing facility or chemical manufacturing environment, this role offers the opportunity to broaden your practical skills and develop your technical expertise.

What will you be doing?

• Laboratory testing: Collect environmental samples and carry out analytical testing using specialist equipment, ensuring results are accurate and reliable.
• Chemical preparation: Prepare chemical mixtures and etching solutions used within advanced manufacturing processes.
• Chemical safety: Support the safe handling, storage and disposal of chemicals across the site.
• Environmental monitoring: Help maintain environmental compliance through routine sampling, testing and site inspections.
• Quality and documentation: Maintain accurate records, testing results and equipment logs.
• Risk assessment: Identify potential hazards, support investigations and help implement appropriate safety measures.
• Production support: Carry out chemical cleaning of reusable components and work closely with manufacturing teams to support operational requirements.
• Training and guidance: Help promote safe working practices and contribute to chemical safety inductions for new colleagues.

What are we looking for?

We're interested in people who have a genuine interest in chemistry, enjoy practical technical work and take pride in getting the details right.

You’ll ideally have:

• An HNC, GNVQ, degree in Chemistry or a relevant equivalent qualification.
• A basic understanding of analytical techniques, such as chromatography and mass spectrometry.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow technical procedures accurately.
• Good organisational skills and confidence maintaining records and documentation.
• An awareness of laboratory safety and the importance of handling chemicals correctly.
• Good IT and communication skills.

Don't have years of experience? That's absolutely fine. Previous laboratory experience or experience handling hazardous chemicals would be beneficial, but it isn't essential. We welcome applications from suitable candidates with the right qualifications, attitude and willingness to learn.